2002 BMW Formula One vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2002 BMW Formula One is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Formula One (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Formula One should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Formula One weights approximately 12 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW Formula One (355 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm). This means 2002 BMW Formula One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Formula One | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Formula One | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1638 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
